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P973 GBC

1997 Triumph Adventurer

Purple Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

14,834 mi
Last recorded14,834 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2023
Typical for 1997 Triumph Adventurer15,326 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP973 GBC
MakeTriumph
ModelAdventurer
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2023 14,834 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 14,832 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 14,751 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 14,549 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2020 14,549 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2019 14,521 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 13,902 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 13,822 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 13,674 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 13,189 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 12,785 miles

engine speed increases from lock to lock

Pass 30 Mar 2013 12,259 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 11,448 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 11,107 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2011 11,107 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 22 Aug 2009 10,957 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 22 Aug 2009 10,957 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Pass 12 Aug 2008 5,653 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 3,688 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2005 11,319 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 Jun 2005 11,319 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

How Reliable is the Triumph Adventurer?

Based on 7,268 MOT tests across 617 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
421
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
617
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 63
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 50
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 49
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 45
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 26
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P973 GBC is a 1997 Triumph Adventurer in Purple with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 1997 Triumph Adventurer models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 15,326 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Triumph Adventurer fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 63 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P973 GBC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Adventurer typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Triumph Adventurer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P973 GBC registered?

P973 GBC is a 1997 Triumph Adventurer, first registered on 19 February 1997.

Is P973 GBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P973 GBC shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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